Remote Senior PM: SaaS & Cloud Delivery Leader

Placements24; East London; Remote; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead critical client delivery projects in a fully remote role. You will steer end-to-end software implementations, from scoping and planning to execution and user adoption, ensuring client success across distributed teams.

With 7+ years in project management and strong SDLC/Agile knowledge, you will manage budgets, timelines, and risks while engaging stakeholders and driving remote collaboration.

Qualifications

• 7+ years project management experience, with at least 5 years delivering complex software solutions or SaaS to clients.
• Experience managing multiple concurrent projects, budgets, and resources.
• Strong understanding of SDLC, Agile (Scrum/Kanban), and cloud technologies.
• Exceptional client-facing skills, including communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate cross-functional, distributed teams.
• Proficiency with project management software (Jira, Asana, Smartsheet) and collaboration tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and successful delivery of client-focused software solution projects.
• Collaborate with clients and internal stakeholders to define project scope, requirements, and success metrics.
• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, budget management, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Manage project teams comprising engineers, consultants, and support staff, ensuring high performance and collaboration.
• Oversee software implementation, configuration, data migration, and user acceptance testing.
• Ensure timely and effective communication with clients regarding project status, risks, and milestones.
• Proactively identify, assess, and resolve project issues and impediments.
• Manage client expectations and foster strong, long-term client relationships.
• Drive continuous improvement in project delivery processes and methodologies for remote execution.
• Conduct post-project reviews and gather client feedback for future enhancements.

Skills

Project management

Client facing

Agile methodologies

SDLC

Leadership

Cross-functional teams

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

PMP certification

Tools

Jira

Asana

Smartsheet

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead critical client delivery projects in a fully remote role. You will steer end-to-end software implementations, from scoping and planning to execution and user adoption, ensuring client success across distributed teams.

With 7+ years in project management and strong SDLC/Agile knowledge, you will manage budgets, timelines, and risks while engaging stakeholders and driving remote collaboration.